Halwa Atong - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Halwa Atong is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongara and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halwa Atong is 276213. The village falls under the 794114 pincode.
Halwa Atong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rongara-siju Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halwa Atong
As per Census 2011, Halwa Atong village has a total population of 581 people, consisting of 311 males and 270 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 348 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 557 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Halwa Atong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 581 | 311 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 557 | 289 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 194 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 117 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Halwa Atong
Halwa Atong is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Halwa Atong
Halwa Atong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Halwa Atong is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halwa Atong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halwa Atong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Halwa Atong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halwa Atong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halwa Atong
Where is Halwa Atong located?
Halwa Atong village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Halwa Atong?
The pincode of Halwa Atong is 794114.
What is the population of Halwa Atong?
Halwa Atong has a total population of 581, including 311 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Halwa Atong?
There are 101 households in Halwa Atong.
What is the literacy rate in Halwa Atong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halwa Atong is 59.90%. Male literacy is 62.38% and female literacy is 57.04%.